Soil Water Retention and Climate
Soil moisture has an effect on the thermal properties of a soil profile, including conductance and heat capacity, explains Oke (1987); the association of soil moisture and soil thermal properties has a significant effect on temperature-related biological triggers, including seed germination, flowering and faunal activity.
Recent climate modelling by Timbal et al. (2002) suggests a strong linkage between soil moisture and the persistence and variability of surface temperature and precipitation; further, that soil moisture is a significant consideration for the accuracy of “inter-annular” predications regarding the Australian climate.
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